1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Riley One-Point-Five | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Riley | Alfa Romeo |
Model | One-Point-Five | 146 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 64.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |